Falesco Vitiano 2005
An Italian blend of equal parts Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese grapes grown in Umbria. Vitiano is made in stainless steel tanks and aged in barrels for 3 months before being bottled. This is a young red wine with explosive, luscious aromas. The wine has a wonderful deep, ruby red color with a nose of dark cherries, pepper and herbs. It is a rich medium to full bodied wine with balanced acidity. The flavors of cherry, plum and pepper with licorice are enveloped in a blanket of fine tannins. This versatile red is best in its youth, when the fresh fruit character is most evident, but I have cellared past vintages for 2-4 years with nice success. Vitiano is a perennial value and can be found in Seattle for under $10.
An Italian blend of equal parts Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese grapes grown in Umbria. Vitiano is made in stainless steel tanks and aged in barrels for 3 months before being bottled. This is a young red wine with explosive, luscious aromas. The wine has a wonderful deep, ruby red color with a nose of dark cherries, pepper and herbs. It is a rich medium to full bodied wine with balanced acidity. The flavors of cherry, plum and pepper with licorice are enveloped in a blanket of fine tannins. This versatile red is best in its youth, when the fresh fruit character is most evident, but I have cellared past vintages for 2-4 years with nice success. Vitiano is a perennial value and can be found in Seattle for under $10.
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